Job Title: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) School name: Moorgate Primary School Working Pattern: Part Time 3 days per week (16.5 hours) or (Full Time will be considered) Contract Type: Permanent Grade: Mainscale plus TLR2C ( 19,749 to 30,628 plus TLR2C) Show rounds: 24th Feb 1-2pm, 25th Feb 10:30-11:30am, 26th Feb 4-5pm Closing Date & Short Listing: Noon Wednesday 11th March 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 17th March 2026 (start date ASAP) The Role The SENCO is an integral part of Moorgate Primary School. We are looking to appoint an experienced whole school SENCO who has knowledge and understanding of working with children with special needs and their families. We are looking for someone to join our enthusiastic, caring and committed team. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills (oral and written), be resilient and have good time management. They will have the ability to cope with deadlines and statutory requirements. The post is busy and demanding and requires a highly motivated and organised individual who will need a pleasant and calm approach, be able to undertake a wide range of duties and be prepared to take on anything from the most basic to the most complex. The applicant should also be able to work as part of a team, and have a good sense of humour. The post requires you to be responsible for the welfare and education of pupils in the age range 2 11 years, sharing in the ethos and vision of the school, moving towards its aims, and having due regard to the school s policies and practice. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Lead on the strategic development of SEND provision across the school Have a strong understanding and ensure the effective implementation of the SEND Code of Practice Coordinate provision for pupils with SEND, including those with EHCPs Work collaboratively with staff to promote inclusive, high-quality teaching Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies to support pupils needs Monitor, review, and evaluate the impact of SEND provision and interventions The Successful Candidate Will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination, or be willing to work towards it Have experience of supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs Demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills Be committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and improving outcomes for all pupils Have a nurturing child-centred approach About us: A supportive and dedicated staff team Ongoing professional development opportunities Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn A welcoming school community with a strong inclusive ethos A family friendly ethos Additional Information Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Lewis on 01204 333477. For further details of the role and how we use your data, please see: Job Description and Person Specification Application Form Completed applications should be returned to: The Headteacher, Moorgate Primary School, Entwistle Street, Bolton BL2 2RH or email direct to office@moorgate.bolton.sch.uk The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check